ALS Case Study

Ulla-Carin was a Sweden news anchor whom was diagnosed with ALS at age 49. Her roles and occupations included being a mother, wife, friend, journalist, and athlete. Although she died within a year of being diagnosed, she remained mentally coherent throughout her life with ALS. Fortunately her home was completely renovated and was able to stay at home. The OTs primary goal was energy conservation, so that the client could conserve as much energy as possible throughout the day. She was also able to get an assistive technology device that tracked her nose movement for communication.